Temporary Conservation K9 Handler

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al, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play. Posted Job Title Temporary Conservation K9 Handler Job Profile Title Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt Job

Description:

Summary The Wildlife Futures Program (WFP) at Penn Vet is hiring two temporary part-time dog (K9) handlers to conduct threatened species detection, research, and surveillance in support of Pennsylvania's wildlife health programs. The dog will be personally owned, cared for, and maintained by the handler.

Both the dog and the handler must have previous

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in conservation detection work. Job

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Job

Responsibilities:

• Conduct surveillance for Allegheny woodrats in Pennsylvania utilizing a personally owned detection dog.
• Develop, present and utilize protocols for rapid assessment of Allegheny woodrat utilizing detection dogs.

Collect data for and perform analysis of dog detection performance compared to traditional surveillance methods.

• Coordinate with state agency partners for development of protocols, performance analysis, sample collection, and surveillance deployment.

Qualifications:

High School diploma and 0-1 years of relevant

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or equivalent combination of

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and

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Dog handling

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is required. A valid driver's license is required. Job Location - City, State Kennett Square, Pennsylvania Department / School School of Veterinary Medicine Pay Range $7.25 - $40.00 Hourly Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s

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,

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, and

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as they directly relate to the

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of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered. Equal

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